How to recover deleted photos

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To recover deleted photos from various storage devices, you can use a combination of software tools and methods tailored to your specific device and operating system. Here are some detailed steps and tools for different platforms:

Windows

1. Recycle Bin:
   • Open the Recycle Bin on your desktop.
   • Locate the deleted photos.
   • Right-click on the photos and select "Restore" to return them to their original location.
2. File History:
   • Go to "Control Panel" > "System and Security" > "File History".
   • Click on "Restore personal files" and navigate to the folder where the photos were stored.
   • Select the photos and click the green restore button.
3. Data Recovery Software:
   • EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard: Install and run the software. Select the drive where the photos were stored and start a scan. Preview and recover the deleted photos.
   • Stellar Photo Recovery: This software is highly recommended for its comprehensive features. Install and run the software, select the drive, and start a scan to recover lost photos.
   • Recuva: A free tool that can recover a wide range of file types. Install Recuva, select the drive, and start a scan to find and recover deleted photos.

Mac

1. Recently Deleted Folder:
   • Open the Photos app.
   • Go to the "Recently Deleted" album in the sidebar.
   • Select the photos you want to recover and click "Recover".
2. Time Machine Backup:
   • Connect your Time Machine backup drive.
   • Open Time Machine from the menu bar or System Preferences.
   • Navigate to the date when the photos were available and select them.
   • Click "Restore" to recover the photos to their original location.
3. Data Recovery Software:
   • Disk Drill: Install Disk Drill, select the drive, and start a scan. Preview and recover the deleted photos.
   • PhotoRec: This free, open-source software can recover lost files including photos from hard disks and other storage media. Install and run PhotoRec, select the drive, and start a scan.

iPhone

1. Recently Deleted Folder:
   • Open the Photos app.
   • Go to the "Recently Deleted" album in the sidebar.
   • Select the photos you want to recover and tap "Recover".
2. iCloud Backup:
   • Go to "Settings" > [Your Name] > "iCloud" > "Manage Storage" > "Backups".
   • Select a backup that contains the deleted photos and restore your iPhone from that backup.

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3. Third-Party Apps:
   • iMobie PhoneRescue: This app can recover deleted photos from iPhone with or without backup files. Install and run the app, connect your iPhone, and follow the instructions to recover the photos.

Android

1. Google Photos Trash:
   • Open the Google Photos app.
   • Go to "Library" > "Trash".
   • Select the photos you want to recover and tap "Restore".
2. Data Recovery Software:
   • DiskDigger: This app can undelete and recover lost photos from your internal memory or external memory card. Install DiskDigger from the Google Play Store, run the app, and follow the instructions to recover the photos.
   • MobiKin Doctor for Android: This tool can recover deleted photos from Android devices. Install and run the software, connect your device, and follow the instructions to recover the photos.

By following these methods and using the recommended tools, you should be able to recover your deleted photos effectively across different devices and operating systems.